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Cisco NCS2015-ECU= Expansion Module - 3x RJ-45 10Base-T Management - 12x USB 2. 0 - 2x USB 3. 0 - 2x RJ-45 LAN - 5x SFP Slots for NCS 2000 Series
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This expansion module delivers Fast Ethernet connectivity with support for 10Base-T and 100Base-FX network technologies. The port configuration includes three RJ-45 10Base-T management ports specifically designed for network administration tasks, ensuring reliable management traffic separation.
For peripheral expansion, the module offers fourteen USB ports—twelve USB 2.0 and two USB 3.0—providing ample connectivity for various devices. Two additional RJ-45 LAN ports handle standard network traffic, while five SFP expansion slots enable optical fiber or copper transceiver installation for extended reach or media conversion needs.
Key Product Advantages
The NCS2015-ECU= provides dedicated management interfaces that maintain administrative traffic isolation from production networks, enhancing security and reliability. The extensive USB connectivity supports modern operational requirements for peripheral attachment without consuming valuable network ports.
Management Port Isolation
Three dedicated 10Base-T management ports ensure administrative traffic remains separate from data plane operations, providing secure out-of-band management capabilities.
- Separate management plane
- 10Mbps transfer rate
- RJ-45 connectivity
USB Expansion Flexibility
With twelve USB 2.0 and two USB 3.0 ports, this module supports connection of various peripherals including storage devices, security dongles, and configuration tools.
- USB 3.0 for high-speed devices
- Backward compatibility
- Multiple simultaneous connections
Deployment / Use Cases
This expansion module is specifically designed for Cisco NCS 2000 Series platforms deployed in optical transport and data networking environments. It serves as a connectivity enhancement for network operations centers, data centers, and service provider networks where additional management interfaces and USB connectivity are required.
Typical deployment scenarios include extending management capabilities to conference rooms, laboratory environments, department workgroups, and network lobbies where dedicated administrative access points are needed. The SFP expansion slots enable flexible media adaptation for connecting to both copper and fiber infrastructure, making it suitable for mixed-media network environments.
Optical Network Management
Integrates with Cisco NCS 2000 Series optical transport systems to provide additional management ports and USB connectivity for configuration and monitoring tools.
Data Center Connectivity
Extends peripheral connectivity options in data center environments where USB devices and separate management interfaces are required for operational efficiency.
Highlights
- Compatible with Cisco Network Convergence System 2000 Series platforms
- Three dedicated RJ-45 10Base-T management ports for secure administration
- Twelve USB 2.0 ports plus two USB 3.0 ports for peripheral connectivity
- Two additional RJ-45 LAN ports for standard network connections
- Five SFP expansion slots for optical fiber or copper transceivers
- Supports Fast Ethernet technology with 10Base-T and 100Base-FX
- Works with both twisted pair and optical fiber media types
- Ideal for extending network management capabilities to various locations
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | NCS2015-ECU= |
| Brand Name | Cisco |
| Product Name | Expansion Module |
| Product Type | Expansion Module |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Optical Network,Data Networking |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 4 |
| Connector Type | RJ-45,USB 2.0,USB 3.0 |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 3 x RJ-45 10Base-T Management,12 x USB 2.0,2 x USB 3.0,2 x RJ-45 LAN |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair,Optical Fiber |
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10Base-T,100Base-FX |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 5 |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Cisco Network Convergence System 2000 Series |
FAQ
What Cisco systems is this expansion module compatible with?
The NCS2015-ECU= Expansion Module is specifically designed for and compatible with the Cisco Network Convergence System 2000 Series. This includes various platforms within that series used for optical transport and data networking applications. It integrates directly with these systems to provide additional management and connectivity ports.
What types of ports does this expansion module provide?
This module provides multiple port types: three RJ-45 10Base-T management ports for network administration, twelve USB 2.0 ports and two USB 3.0 ports for peripheral connectivity, two RJ-45 LAN ports for standard network connections, and five SFP expansion slots for installing optical or copper transceivers to support different media types.
What network technologies does this module support?
The expansion module supports Fast Ethernet technology with specific implementation for 10Base-T over twisted pair cable and 100Base-FX for fiber optic connections. The 10Base-T management ports operate at up to 10Mbps, while the SFP slots can accommodate transceivers supporting various speeds and media types including optical fiber.
Can this module connect to both copper and fiber networks?
Yes, the module supports both copper and fiber connections. The RJ-45 ports connect to twisted pair copper cabling, while the five SFP expansion slots can accommodate SFP transceivers for either copper or fiber optic connections. This flexibility allows the module to adapt to different network media requirements in mixed infrastructure environments.
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